Teenage Mutants are a German duo whose tracks have been released on a wide selection of labels ranging from Stil Vor Talent to Tronic. Focusing mainly on techno, their most recent release came out on UMEK’s label 1605. We caught up with the guys to chat about the release and find out what else they... Read more »

After making a massive debut with Rinzen last year on Yoshitoshi, Enamour is back with another collaborator, Nox Vahn, for a special two track EP, which includes a remix from German up-and-comers GNTN. The Sleep Paralysis EP displays once again the DC native’s knack for tight melodies and beautifully textured soundscapes. He and Nox Vahn... Read more »

Blindfold Recordings are set to kick off 2020 with the return of their Night Vision compilation series. Now in its third edition, the Night Vision idea is to capture upcoming and “established” artists to shine a light on all the talent that is hiding in plain sight. Yubik leads the way with ‘Haunted Mirror’, a... Read more »

Toronto based label Mirrors introduce the duo Stranger Tourists. Melodic, melancholic and emotive, this often times incendiary 3-track EP poignantly entitled ‘Call of the Ancients’ will remind you why deep house exists not in the mystical abyss. Stranger Tourists is a duo formed by two friends who met by chance. With the same objective: tell... Read more »

Selador open their account for 2020 and first in to bat is label supremo Dave Seaman who takes the bull by the horns, kicking some proverbial ass with the memorably titled ‘Donkey Engine’. This Afro infused slice of rhythmic Melodic Techno first surfaced last year on the label’s Ninth Showcase compilation where it shone brightly,... Read more »

For their first release of the year, Madorasindahouse deliver 3 tracks that showcase the modern african sound. Black Major uses Lizwi’s vocals to deliver a South African anthem. Driving rhythms and a powerful voice are the key elements here. On the remixes, Amine K goes deeper, using the bassline to create his distinct Moroko Loko... Read more »

TryBEsOF begins 2020 in style with one of Argentina’s hottest new artists. Simon Vuarambon had a great year and another one ahead. His All Day I Dream track, Alcyon, stayed firmly in the beatport chart for over six months. He follows on with his new Morgana / Toscana / Kaskazi EP. Groovy yet rocking, the... Read more »

Hard to believe 2019 has come and gone! With 2020 fast underway, the When We Dip crew are very excited to bring to you the latest edition of The Annual. As with tradition, we look back on the previous 12 months and forward to the future with friends from both the artist and industry communities.... Read more »

On December 6th, the German-Syrian band Shkoon released their long-awaited debut album “Rima”, sending out a message of cultural diversity to the world. Shkoon’s concerts have attracted a diverse audience for many years, bringing together people of all religions, colors and backgrounds. For their album-tour through Germany and Switzerland, stops in Berlin, Hamburg, Cologne, Munich... Read more »

Luuk van Dijk starts a brand new imprint of his own called Dark Side Of The Sun. The very first EP ‘Suavo’ is ready to set the tone with two of Van Dijk’s own high impact tracks and remix from house tastemakers Sidney Charles, while collaborations with events and potentially a club night will follow. Van Dijk has started the brand... Read more »

Fresh from producing a blistering remix of ‘Camargue’ earlier this year, Maceo Plex returns with his first Drumcode EP in five years. The American producer hasn’t dropped an original on Drumcode since 2014 when the hugely popular ‘Conjure Infinity’ EP was released. Despite this, he’s been a significant feature at DC events over the last... Read more »

The duo Innellea first appeared on Afterlife late in 2018 with the striking sounds of Vigilans. They’re now back with four more tracks brimming with their signature, organic percussion and ever-original touch. ‘The White Blanket’ is hauntingly beautiful, with an eerie vocal and piercing synth line at its core. The title track is equally epic,... Read more »

Teenage Mutants are a German duo whose tracks have been released on a wide selection of labels ranging from Stil Vor Talent to Tronic. Focusing mainly on techno, their most recent release came out on UMEK’s label 1605. We caught up with the guys to chat about the release and find out what else they... Read more »

We catch up with the Romanian DJ and producer Bross about his sound, releases, brand events and Deep House Bucharest community. Enjoy reading while listening to his premiere Meraki released on January 11th via RADIANT. WWD: Nice to meet you Bross! This interview was a long time coming! Thanks! Let’s get started a little bit... Read more »

Melbourne-based DJ/producer and four to the floor guru Needs No Sleep is putting out some of the freshest, hard-hitting house sounds in Australia, and is poised to further break into the world circuit in 2019. Earlier this year he released tech house banger Lambo/Not My Question on This Ain’t Bristol, 6 In The Morning on... Read more »

Enigmatic Egyptian producer Fulltone sits down with us to discuss his music, some of his favourite hardware and software, what’s upcoming for 2020 plus his latest release that has just dropped via French Electronic Music imprint Klassified Music. Have a great read while listening to his latest track ‘Mahe’. WWD : Hey Amir, great to... Read more »

Jim Rider is a seasoned veteran of the industry, and has been a key figure in the London scene throughout the years as both a producer and promoter. After an extended break from the studio, Jim has revived his artistic drive in incredible fashion. With a recent release on Lee Burridge’s surging Tale & Tone,... Read more »

Collaboration is at the forefront of XYZ’s artistic vision, and Nau Leone’s partnership with Yarni is a perfect representation of the magic that can happen in a shared studio. Yarni, based in Sheffield, leads a unique pursuit in music, dedicating all his profits to help fund research into Multiple Sclerosis, a disease affecting his mother.... Read more »

We know a lot of you guys have been waiting for this! Free Your Mind announce that once again Sasha & John Digweed will be join forces for an extended 4 hours set in Amsterdam. In an ever-evolving electronic music landscape, Sasha and John Digweed have managed to stay as relevant as ever. After focusing... Read more »

To celebrate 2020, Vision is back in force for the 5th consecutive year!. This time, they offer a complete package of 21 hours of festivities in continuity shared in 3 events at Stereo and StereoBar, places recognized worldwide for its design and sound quality. For this occasion, they present renowned international artists such as Atish... Read more »

CRSSD festival returns to San Diego’s idyllic Waterfront Park this March, showcasing once again, the very best in progressive live and electronic music. The festival celebrates its eleventh edition, with a slew of first time names, including Carl Cox, and returning faves, like recently Grammy nominated RÜFÜS DU SOL.  Since its debut over five years... Read more »

As a crucial figure in the history of the thriving Irish dance scene, and a favorite of the When We Dip team since their early formation in Dublin, Ian O’Donovan is an artist innately connected to the XYZ label. Through an illustrious career, he’s presented his unique blend of uplifting productions on behemoths such as... Read more »

New York-based dj and producer atish has announced the cities for the 2020 Atish All Night event series. The new edition of the open to close programme sees the US artist return to San Franciso’s famed Public Works on February 29, followed by Lost Circus at Avant Gardner on March 7. It’s an AAN debut... Read more »

Fresh from being crowned ‘Best International Festival’ at this year’s DJ Awards in Ibiza, Italy’s iconic Kappa FuturFestival is back for its biggest ever edition in 2020. Super Early Bird tickets, exclusive to registered members only, have just ended and general Early Bird tickets are on sale now.   The world-renowned festival’s 9th edition will take place between 4-5th July returning to... Read more »